A Turkish cargo vessel was struck by a Russian drone, resulting in a significant fire onboard and leading to casualties among the crew. The incident was reported by the Ukrainian Naval Forces, which confirmed the attack on the ship named VICTRESS, registered under the Panamanian flag.
The VICTRESS was carrying a crew of nine members, comprising nationals from Egypt, Turkey, and India. Following the drone strike, the Ukrainian Navy successfully executed a rescue operation to evacuate the crew, though the military acknowledged that there were losses among the sailors.
Details regarding the extent of the injuries or the number of casualties have not been disclosed by military officials. However, images of the fire and the rescued crew members were shared on social media platforms by the Ukrainian Naval Forces.
This incident underscores the ongoing maritime risks in the region, as tensions continue to escalate due to the conflict involving Russian forces. The Ukrainian military has not provided further information on the circumstances surrounding the drone attack or the current condition of the crew members.
A Russian drone attack on the Turkish cargo ship VICTRESS has resulted in a major fire and casualties among the crew. The Ukrainian Navy conducted a rescue operation, but details on the crew's condition remain limited.